besorgniserregend
Translation
worrying, alarming, concerning
Examples
Die Situation ist besorgniserregend.
The situation is worrying.
Das ist eine besorgniserregende Nachricht.
That is a worrying piece of news.
Grammar Patterns
((to be)) worrying The situation is besorgniserregend.
((as adjective before noun)) a worrying ... That is a besorgniserregende Nachricht.
Similar Words
Synonyms: beunruhigend, alarmierend; Antonyms: beruhigend, erfreulich
Etymology
A compound of 'Besorgnis' (worry, concern) and 'erregend' (arousing, causing), from the verb 'erregen'. It literally means 'worry-arousing'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: It causes ('erregend') you 'Besorgnis' (worry).